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WHAT HELLOMAC IS
HELLOMAC is an alert system that is able to detect rockfall events (boulders, stresses, sagging, etc.)
The alarm is immediately send via app, email or sms on computer and smartphone. The device permits also to activate local sirens and lights
In Ponza island, Italy, Cala Fonte became inaccessible in 2020 because of a rockfall event: a strong rockfall protection was needed and it was supplied by Maccaferri.
In addition to the structural protection system, a rockfall monitoring strategy was integrated into the project.
BENEFITS
EASY TO INSTALL
MAINTENANCE FREE
RELIABLE
EASY TO INSTALL
HELLOMAC can be carried to remote places due to small dimensions and lightness (approx 8 kg)
It can be easily fixed to the barrier post by no skilled worker required
MAINTENANCE FREE
HELLOMAC has 7 batteries with an estimated span life of 5 years making unnecessary any annual maintenance (each device daily communicates his status and battery level).
RELIABLE
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Daily transmission of location and rockfall protection status. Simplicity avoids data transmission issues.
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Tested against impacts (resists up to 16g acceleration)
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It works between -40°C and +60°C
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It was specifically tested on Maccaferri rockfall barriers by Politecnico di Milano
NEVER WITHOUT NETWORK COVERAGE
HELLOMAC achieves 100% Global Coverage thanks to data transmission modes.
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via Satellite (Iridium)
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via GSM
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Local alarms and commands
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Other sensors available
